Flossmoor Public Library Event Calendar

Upcoming library events
  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Classic Movies @ Noon
    When: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 - 12:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    "Rear Window" (1954 - 112 minutes)
    Wheelchair-bound photojournalist, L.B. Jeffries (James Stewart) and his beautiful fiancee Lisa Freemont (Grace Kelly) spy on their neighbors and then solve a brutal murder no one else believes occurred.
    Bring your lunch and enjoy a movie!

  • Alphabet Soup
    When: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 - 2:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Through stories, rhymes and art, pre-readers will have oodles of fun getting to know the ABCs and reinforcing early literacy skills. Registration is required and limited.

  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Thursday, September 09, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Book Buddy Volunteer Orientation
    When: Thursday, September 09, 2010 - 4:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Enjoy being with children? Learn more about becoming a Book Buddy for a child in kindergarten through 3rd grade. Registration is required.

  • Houdini: His Life & His Legend
    When: Thursday, September 09, 2010 - 7:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    The true stories of the American self-liberator, Europe's eclipsing sensation, world's handcuff king, exposer of fraud, original prison breaker, and master magician. William Pack uses storytelling and historical magic recreations to go beyond the myth and bring to life the true story of this American icon. Open to all adults and teens.

  • Knitting Sit-In
    When: Friday, September 10, 2010 - 10:00 AM
    Where: Conference Room

    Knitting Group under the direction of Dolores Janowiak

  • Teen Volunteer Orientation Program
    When: Monday, September 13, 2010 - 4:30 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Interested in acquiring community service hours? Please attend this meeting and learn about the volunteer opportunities at the Flossmoor Library. Registration is required.

  • Not So Finicky Cafe
    When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 3:45 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    From Brown Bag Specials to Crazy Concoctions, you can learn a variety of cooking skills in a fun atmosphere with other kids who like to cook! Registration is required and limited.

  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Alphabet Soup
    When: Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - 2:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Through stories, rhymes and art, pre-readers will have oodles of fun getting to know the ABCs and reinforcing early literacy skills. Registration is required and limited.

  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Thursday, September 16, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Book Buddies
    When: Thursday, September 16, 2010 - 3:45 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Designed to create a relaxed environment where a child feels comfortable reading out loud, young readers are matched with teen volunteers to read aloud together, talk about the stories and share an activity. Registration is required and limited.

  • The "New" Job Search Strategy
    When: Thursday, September 16, 2010 - 7:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Let's get on board with the current trends and techniques that will land you your next job opportunity. Social networking sites, new resume rules and the contemporary tools and strategies that will help you create opportunities and open more doors. Whether you are just getting going or needing to boost your search join Jody Eriksen, Executive Director of The Community Career Center, to get up to speed with the latest tools and trends for job search success.

  • Coffee & Conversation
    When: Friday, September 17, 2010 - 10:00 AM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    September's Title: "Into The Wild" by John Krakauer

    Copies of this title may be checked out at the Patron Service's Desk three weeks prior to the book discussion date.

  • Open Chess
    When: Friday, September 17, 2010 - 3:45 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Match wits with other chess players. All levels welcome. May bring your own chess set or use one of ours! No registration required.



  • Drop In Craft
    When: Saturday, September 18, 2010 - 3:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Make the library your destination place on Saturday afternoons. Drop by and create a cool craft, then check out books, movies and games for your family evening entertainment. No registration required.

  • Teen Movie Madness
    When: Monday, September 20, 2010 - 5:30 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Featuring The Game Plan (Rated PG 110 minutes). Bring a friend! Enjoy popcorn and drinks. No registration required.

  • American Girl Dolls Through History
    When: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 - 3:45 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Explore history through the eyes of the American Girl dolls. Each session features one doll and various activities related to the period. Registration is required and limited.

  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Alphabet Soup
    When: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 2:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Through stories, rhymes and art, pre-readers will have oodles of fun getting to know the ABCs and reinforcing early literacy skills. Registration is required and limited.

  • Leaf Identification
    When: Wednesday, September 22, 2010 - 6:30 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    What’s the name of this leaf? Michelle O’Connor of ME4E gives a hands-on presentation of how to ID common leaves and trees. Just in time for your leaf project! Registration is required and limited.

  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Thursday, September 23, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Teen Advisory Board
    When: Thursday, September 23, 2010 - 4:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    If you are interested in being involved at the Library and would like to contribute ideas for programs, suggest books and make other recommendations for teens, please join us. Bring your ideas and be willing to work. Snacks will be provided. No registration required.

  • Knitting Sit-In
    When: Friday, September 24, 2010 - 10:00 AM
    Where: Conference Room

    Knitting Group under the direction of Dolores Janowiak

  • Drop In Craft
    When: Saturday, September 25, 2010 - 3:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Make the library your destination place on Saturday afternoons. Drop by and create a cool craft, then check out books, movies and games for your family evening entertainment. No registration required.

  • Teen Crafters
    When: Monday, September 27, 2010 - 4:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Make your own bulletin board and have a place to your pictures or school calendar. Registration required.

  • Friends of the Flossmoor Library
    When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 7:00 PM
    Where: Conference Room

    Monthly Meeting

  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Alphabet Soup
    When: Wednesday, September 29, 2010 - 2:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Through stories, rhymes and art, pre-readers will have oodles of fun getting to know the ABCs and reinforcing early literacy skills. Registration is required and limited.

  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Thursday, September 30, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Staley of the Chicago Bears
    When: Thursday, September 30, 2010 - 7:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Chicago Bears mascot, Staley, is visiting the Flossmoor Public Library! Bring your camera, have your picture taken with him and get his autograph. Enter to win a t-shirt! All school aged children will be invited to sign up for Staley’s “Tackle Reading Challenge”. No registration required.

  • Drop In Craft
    When: Saturday, October 02, 2010 - 3:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Make the library your destination place on Saturday afternoons. Drop by and create a cool craft, then check out books, movies and games for your family evening entertainment. No registration required.

  • Cup Stacking Tournament
    When: Sunday, October 03, 2010 - 2:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Do you have the skill? The speed? Match your ability against other speed stackers. Registration is required and limited.

  • Leaf Identification
    When: Monday, October 04, 2010 - 4:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    What’s the name of this leaf? Michelle O’Connor of ME4E gives a hands-on presentation of how to ID common leaves and trees. Just in time for your leaf project! Registration is required and limited.

  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Wednesday, October 06, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Alphabet Soup
    When: Wednesday, October 06, 2010 - 2:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Through stories, rhymes and art, pre-readers will have oodles of fun getting to know the ABCs and reinforcing early literacy skills. Registration is required and limited.

  • Wiggles & Giggles
    When: Thursday, October 07, 2010 - 10:30 AM
    Where: The Attic

    This 20 minute program is packed with music, rhymes, stories and activities appropriate for this age group. Adults, be prepared to participate in this interactive program. Registration is required and limited.

  • Illinois Ghosts And The Afterlife
    When: Thursday, October 07, 2010 - 7:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Join us for this spine tingling and informative presentation with author and paranormal invesigator Terry Fisk. This presentation will examine some of the haunted locations in Illinois personally investigated by Mr. Fisk. He will share photos, case histories, eyewitness accounts, and ghost lore.

  • Knitting Sit-In
    When: Friday, October 08, 2010 - 10:00 AM
    Where: Conference Room

    Knitting Group under the direction of Dolores Janowiak

  • Drop In Craft
    When: Saturday, October 09, 2010 - 3:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Make the library your destination place on Saturday afternoons. Drop by and create a cool craft, then check out books, movies and games for your family evening entertainment. No registration required.

  • Teen Movie Madness
    When: Monday, October 11, 2010 - 5:30 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Featuring The Mummy (Rated PG-13 124 minutes). Bring a friend! Enjoy popcorn and drinks. No registration required.

  • Not So Finicky Cafe
    When: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 - 3:45 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    From Brown Bag Specials to Crazy Concoctions, you can learn a variety of cooking skills in a fun atmosphere with other kids who like to cook! Registration is required and limited.

  • Classic Movies At Noon
    When: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 - 12:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    "Shadow Of A Doubt" (1943 - 108 Minutes)
    Uncle Charlie (Joseph Cotton), an Eastern bon vivant, arrives in a peaceful California town to visit relatives. Only his niece, also named Charlie (Teresa Wright), whose personality is inextricably linked with his, realizes that Uncle Charlie is the notorious "Merry Widow Murderer". Considered to be one of Alfred Hitchcock's finest films, this understated thriller is notable for its insinuation of nightmare into a situation of normalcy.
    Bring your lunch and enjoy a movie!

  • Alphabet Soup
    When: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 - 2:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Through stories, rhymes and art, pre-readers will have oodles of fun getting to know the ABCs and reinforcing early literacy skills. Registration is required and limited.

  • Pirate Palooza
    When: Thursday, October 14, 2010 - 7:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Shiver me timbers! Buried treasure, walking the plank and other pirate activities for pirate lovers of all ages will be featured. Come dressed as your favorite pirate and take your picture with one of the most famous pirates of all. No registration required.

  • Coffee & Conversation
    When: Friday, October 15, 2010 - 10:00 AM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    October's Title: "Gardens Of Water" by Alan Drew
    Copies of this title may be checked out at the Patron Service's Desk three weeks prior to the book discussion date.


  • Open Chess
    When: Friday, October 15, 2010 - 3:45 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Match wits with other chess players. All levels welcome. May bring your own chess set or use one of ours! No registration required.



  • Teen Crafters
    When: Saturday, October 16, 2010 - 2:00 PM
    Where: Helen Wilson Meeting Room

    Express yourself or your school spirit by Creating and designing your own banner.

  • Drop In Craft
    When: Saturday, October 16, 2010 - 3:00 PM
    Where: The Attic

    Make the library your destination place on Saturday afternoons. Drop by and create a cool craft, then check out books, movies and games for your family evening entertainment. No registration required.

    

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